Re-imagining space at the Cross Cancer Institute will make all the difference for patients.
Edmonton’s Cross Cancer Institute (Cross) has undergone a significant transformation in 2024, with additional enhancements set to be completed in 2025. Recent upgrades include a new high-dose radiation therapy vault, the five-room Triffo Virtual Care Centre, a dedicated staff wellness space, a state-of-the-art brachytherapy suite and the revitalized Dorothy Triffo Atrium.
By the end of this year, the Cross will also feature a new 16-chair systemic therapy unit, a 10-bed clinical trials unit, five-bed outpatient clinic and a state-of-the-art pharmacy. “We will be able to expand our research capacity and enroll more patients in clinical trials than ever before. This is a win for patients and a step forward for healthcare in Alberta,” says David Dyer, executive director of the Cross Cancer Institute. “Most importantly, these improvements will allow us to see more patients each week and help reduce wait times.”
The team at the Cross recognizes that cancer care extends beyond treating the disease — it’s about supporting the overall health and well-being of patients, their families and healthcare professionals. That’s why, as spaces continue to be re-imagined, the central focus will remain on enhancing the experience for every individual involved in a cancer journey.
“We want to provide the best patient-centred care, from the moment they walk through the door to the moment they leave,” says Dr. Helen Steed, medical director at the Cross. Support for these projects came through the We Cross Cancer campaign, which raised an extraordinary $30 million in just eight months. The campaign’s success is a testament to Alberta’s philanthropic spirit and, in particular, the generosity of Edmontonians.
